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Active Living and Recreation

The Town of Amherst's Active Living Strategy was adopted in spring of 2024. The strategic plan will help to support and encourage Amherst citizens to move more and reduce sedentary time. Further, the Active Living Strategic Plan recognizes active living as an approach to life that values and includes physical activity in everyday living and includes improving access to movement opportunities for all Amherst citizens. pdf Access our Active Living Strategy to learn more (1.42 MB) .

Walking in Amherst

Health Canada promotes that physical activity helps healthy growth and development. It gives us energy, decreases stress, makes us stronger and prolongs independence as we age. Walking is a great way to add movement into your everyday regime.

Outdoor Walking – Amherst is a very walkable community! If you would like some information on maps or routes contact your Active Living Coordinator Jessica Allen at 902-694-0371.  If you would like to walk on a track visit Rotary Park to do some laps.

Indoor Walking – The indoor walking track at the Amherst Stadium is a great way to stay active all year round! In the fall/winter and spring months the walking track is open 7 days per week 7am – 9pm. If there are changes it is noted on the Stadium Calendar. During the summer, the walking track is open Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Join a Walking Group!

NS Walks – A gentle walking group that meets every Tuesday 10:00am at the Amherst Stadium. If the weather is nice, we walk outside, if the weather is poor, we walk inside the Amherst Stadium on the track. We are always looking for new walkers and walk leaders! You can find more information on their Facebook Page.

Amherst Striders – Running/walking group consisting of all levels and abilities. We meet on Monday and Wednesday at 6 PM and Sat at 8:00 AM at Dayles (downtown). New members are always welcome! You can find more information on their Facebook Page.

Skating

Indoor Skating – Offered free as part of the Town of Amherst’s Active Living Strategy supporting an active healthy Amherst. Available in the fall, winter and spring, sessions offered include Parents & Tots, Adult, Senior and Public Skating. Afterschool skating encourages youth to be active after school with Hockey and Ringette shinny options. Ringette sticks are provided. For a full skating schedule check the Amherst Stadium Calendar. 

Outdoor Skating – Offered free at our outdoor arena during the winter months November-March (weather dependent). Located in downtown Amherst at the corner of Maple and Victoria Streets. For updates on the outdoor arena, visit our Facebook Page.

Town Supported Programming

Amherst Cumberland Multisport *Registration Required* – The Amherst Cumberland Multisport program focuses on instilling children with a lifelong love of physical activity by exposing them to a variety of sports during their early years. The program is a collaborative initiative offered by Community Sports Organizations (CSOs) throughout Cumberland County, Town of Amherst, Municipality of the County of Cumberland and supported by community and provincial stakeholders, including Sport Nova Scotia.

For more information about Amherst Cumberland Multisport, contact Active Living Coordinator Jessica Allen at 902-694-0371.

Adult Rec Volleyball *FREE* – Adult Recreational Volleyball is a drop-in program offered Tuesdays 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Spring Street Academy, October-June. No previous experience required. Participants are asked to bring gym clothes, water & indoor shoes.

Bookings and Contact Information

Booking Town Facilities

  • Phone: 902-667-6500
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After-hours Facility Contact

  • Phone: 902-664-8774

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Recreation Facilities Manager
Corey Crocker
Phone: 902-694-0001
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Active Living Co-ordinator
Jessica Allen
Phone: 902-694-0371
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